Datura spp.

Datura spp. is toxic to horses. The reported severity is severe. Also known as Devil's and Angel's Trumpets, Devil's Trumpets and Sacred Datura.

horses

Mild Moderate Severe Critical

If your animal ate this plant, call your veterinarian, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control on (888) 426-4435 or the Pet Poison Helpline on (855) 764-7661. Fees may apply.

Symptoms to watch for

Drooling Bloat Loss Of Appetite Increased Thirst Colic High Heart Rate Dilated Pupils Abdominal Pain

The color of each symptom follows the severity scale above.

About

Daturae is a tribe of flowering plants in the subfamily Solanoideae of the family Solanaceae. It comprises three genera: Datura, the Devil's trumpets, Brugmansia, the Angel's trumpets, and the monotypic Trompettia.

Common Names

  • Devil's and Angel's Trumpets
  • Devil's Trumpets
  • Sacred Datura
  • Jimsonweed
  • Downy Thorn-Apple
  • Desert Thorn-Apple
  • Metel Devil's Trumpet
  • Long-Spined Thorn-Apple
  • Oak-Leaved Thorn-Apple
  • Angel's Trumpet
  • Night Bells
  • Red Angel's Trumpet
  • Latin Thorn-Apple
  • Purple Thorn-Apple
  • Sand Thorn-Apple
  • Garden Angel's Trumpet
  • Golden Angel's Trumpet
  • Leichhardt's Datura
  • Apricot Angel's Trumpet
  • Pruinose Thorn-Apple

Facts

Family
Solanaceae
Source
Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0